About

With more than 20 years as a master home builder, Matty has constructed custom homes alongside some of Canada's most celebrated architects. A former member of Victoria's Advisory Design Panel, he has advised Council on design merit across development plans and special projects throughout the city. At Aryze, Matty provides leadership to the project management and construction teams—with a focus on progressive construction technologies, property acquisition and construction management—and remains intimately involved in every project delivered.

A land economist and registered professional planner with more than 20 years in real estate, Luke believes cities should be built for friends, coffee and pizza—not just cars and spreadsheets. As Managing Principal at Aryze, he advocates for data-informed design and diverse housing in every neighbourhood. Luke has participated in more than 30 national and international housing panels, contributed to CMHC's Missing Middle Solutions Lab, and served on the Board of the Greater Victoria Housing Society.

Katherine holds a PhD from the University of Victoria and a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation. As Principal of Operations, she works alongside Matty and Luke to oversee the daily operations, procedures and processes that keep Aryze running efficiently. Katherine also serves on the board of One Degree Forward—a Canadian charity focused on education, clean water and infrastructure in Cambodia—and supports local charity and neighbourhood initiatives.

Damian holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of PEI and brings 15+ years across all aspects of high-rise and multi-family construction. His experience spans budgeting, scope development, contract negotiation and trade procurement across concrete and wood frame projects. As Director of Construction at Aryze, Damian leads with a focus on efficiency, accountability and quality—a standard shaped equally by his years in construction and as a competitive Alpine Ski coach.

With 15+ years across real estate development in North America and Europe, Chris has worked on master-planned communities, affordable housing, brownfield redevelopment and commercial projects. Chris holds a Master's in Urban Planning and Design from Oxford Brookes, an MA in Urban Economics from the University of Southampton, and an Honours Degree in Geography from the University of Leeds. He is a chartered member of both the Royal Town Planning Institute and the Canadian Institute of Planners.

Carla is a CPA and accomplished finance executive with a track record of leading complex projects and multimillion-dollar transactions. At Aryze, she oversees all aspects of finance and accounting, playing a role in project underwriting, capital structuring, risk management and strategic planning. With experience guiding companies through financings, M&A, and organizational growth, Carla brings both operational depth and strategic vision to our development work. Her ability to translate financial complexity into clear, actionable decisions makes her a key contributor to the firm’s success and long-term resilience. She currently sits on multiple boards, and is the Board Chair of Power To Give.

Sarah brings 10+ years in real estate development and sales, backed by two decades in operations and client service. Specializing in boutique infill, she has sold and leased over 600 homes across 10+ buildings, consistently achieving record price performance. Working across Development, Construction, Marketing and Communications, Sarah oversees the full sales and leasing lifecycle—from launch to handover—delivering a seamless experience for homeowners and strong outcomes for the project.